Eugenio Derbez Endorses Xavier Becerra for Governor
The actor announced his support for the gubernatorial candidate during an event in Los Angeles.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Hispanic
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Actor Eugenio Derbez has officially endorsed Xavier Becerra in the California gubernatorial race. The announcement was made during an event in Los Angeles held in the midst of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Why it matters
Derbez stated that Becerra understands the unique challenges facing the Hispanic community in California. Becerra used the platform to urge voters to support immigrant families and DACA recipients ahead of the upcoming election.
Latinos currently represent at least 40% of the California population. A recent poll by the University of California, Berkeley shows Xavier Becerra leading Steve Hilton by 58% to 37%.
The players
Eugenio Derbez
He is a prominent Mexican actor, comedian, and producer known for his extensive work in both Spanish and English-language film and television.
Xavier Becerra
He is a politician who previously served as the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services and as the Attorney General of California.
Steve Hilton
He is a political commentator and strategist who was born in the United Kingdom and is challenging Becerra in the gubernatorial race.
The details
During the endorsement event, Derbez encouraged Latino voters to participate in the upcoming election to ensure their interests are represented. Xavier Becerra, who previously served as U.S. health secretary and California attorney general, highlighted his family history to connect with voters.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: Eugenio Derbez announced his endorsement in Los Angeles.
November 3, 2026: The date set for the California gubernatorial election.
Culture Shift
This endorsement highlights the growing political influence of the Latino demographic in California. The move follows a pattern set by the demographic growth of the Latino population in California as candidates seek to engage this expanding voter base.
The upcoming election on November 3 will determine the future leadership of the state and the direction of policies affecting immigrant families. Residents should verify their polling location and registration status to ensure their voice is heard in this race.
The takeaway
Engagement during election cycles is essential for ensuring that community interests are reflected in state leadership. Voters can prepare for the election by researching candidate platforms and confirming their registration details.
What happens next
Voters will head to the polls to decide the gubernatorial election on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
Find more political news coverage on the California Hispanic section of our site.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TeleSURenglish.
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